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Internet providers in Rock Springs, WY
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Rock Springs, WY internet providers
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| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 54% |
| Sweetwater Television Company, Inc. | - | - | Cable | 95% |
| Wyoming.Com | $44.95 | 2.5 - 28 Mbps | DSL | 86% |
| Visionary Communications, Inc. | - | - | DSL | 2.274% |
| NewCloud Networks | - | - | Wired | 1.231% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wyoming.Com | $44.95 | 2.5 - 4 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Visionary Communications, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 18% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Rock Springs internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Rock Springs is slightly higher than the rest of Wyoming - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Rock Springs area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Rock Springs residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Rock Springs, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Rock Springs area, and 98.93% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rock Springs's seven internet providers, prices start at $44.95 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Rock Springs
The largest internet providers in Rock Springs are CenturyLink, Wyoming.Com, and HughesNet bringing DSL and satellite options to Rock Springs.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most Rock Springs residents, covering 54% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Wyoming.Com, which covers 86% of the area. Rock Springs’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Rock Springs residents.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in Rock Springs covering 54% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Rock Springs to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rock Springs, $49.98.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rock Springs, $3.57.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Rock Springs. These download speeds are available to 54% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Rock Springs's providers, 41 Mbps.
Wyoming.Com DSL internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Wyoming.Com offers broadband to nearly all households in Rock Springs covering 86% of the area.
DSL internet from Wyoming.Com uses telephone lines in Rock Springs to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Wyoming.Com start at $44.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Rock Springs, $49.98.
Wyoming.Com customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 2.5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $17.98 per Mbps, significantly lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rock Springs, $3.57.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Wyoming.Com offers download speeds up to 28 Mbps and upload speeds up to 28 Mbps in Rock Springs. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Rock Springs's providers, 41 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Rock Springs covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Rock Springs where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Rock Springs, $49.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rock Springs, $3.57.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Rock Springs. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Rock Springs's providers, 41 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Rock Springs?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Rock Springs with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 54% of households in Rock Springs. The next fastest internet provider in Rock Springs is Visionary Communications, Inc., offering download speeds up to 50 Mbps to 18% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Rock Springs?
Wyoming.Com offers the cheapest internet in Rock Springs with plans starting at $44.95/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Rock Springs, $49.98.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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